Authorities have arrested a man who allegedly sent a message to a Newsweek reporter to trigger a seizure.

The Justice Department said suspect John R. Rivello, 29, of Salisbury, Maryland, was arrested Friday. He has been charged with cyberstalking from the Dec. 15 incident.

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According to a criminal complaint, Rivello sent a message through Twitter that contained an animated image and also said, "You deserve a seizure for your post," which immediately led to a seizure for the victim.